* Banner image: Ryo wearing Psylo’s Festival Wear at Boom Festival 2018 – photo by Dan Thomas Photography
You've already got your ticket. You're studying the lineup. But have you asked yourself: how truly sustainable will your festival be this year? In the pulsing heart of festival season, between shamanic deserts and dionysiac hills, the risk is always the same: losing your green compass among synthetic glitter, single-use bottles, and plastic tents that'll end up straight in the trash. But if you're part of the Psylo tribe, you know that change starts with you — especially (and above all) when you're dancing under the stars. Here's the ultimate guide to living a plastic-free festival without sacrificing style, soul, and energy. Because being sustainable doesn't mean sacrificing your look or experience: it means elevating them.
What to Bring: The Essential Kit for a Plastic-Free Festival
1. Reusable Water Bottle (Stainless Steel or Bamboo)
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The queen of your zero waste kit. You'll avoid hundreds of PET bottles and save a fortune on drinks. Choose a bottle of at least 750ml in stainless steel to keep beverages cool even under the scorching sun, or opt for bamboo if you prefer a completely natural and biodegradable material. The detail that makes the difference? A sturdy carabiner to clip it to your backpack and keep it within reach during the most intense sets. Many festivals offer free refill stations: your bottle becomes the master key to conscious hydration.
2. Reusable Dishes and Cutlery
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Your anti-waste arsenal for every shared meal. Bamboo forks, knives, and spoons are lightweight and durable, perfect for hot soups and fresh salads. Pair them with collapsible plates in medical-grade food silicone that compact down to book-thin and nesting containers that transform from deep bowl to flat plate. For true vintage sustainability lovers, a military mess kit in stainless steel becomes both a statement piece and a practical tool: it'll last a lifetime and has that retro-futuristic charm that never goes out of style.
3. Multi-Function Camping Mug
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Don't underestimate this little magical object. A double-walled thermal steel mug isn't just for your wake-up tea, but becomes your faithful companion for craft beer, 6 AM coffee (or cocktail), post-ritual broths, and detox teas. Choose one with an ergonomic handle and rounded edges for safe drinking even in crowded spaces. You'll avoid mountains of disposable cups and automatically become the plastic-free soul of the campsite: get ready to inspire the tribe.
4. Compostable Wipes and Natural Fibre Towels
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Forget multi-layer packages that create mountains of waste. Opt for 100% unbleached cellulose wipes that decompose completely, or even better: small towels in organic cotton or bamboo that you can wash and reuse infinitely. A set of 3-4 compact absorbent fabric cloths solves every emergency: from hand cleaning to quick refresh after hours of dancing. Eco-friendly bonus: some are treated with natural silver ions for lasting antibacterial properties.
5. Plastic Free Beauty Kit: Solid Soaps and Zero Waste Cosmetics
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Your beauty routine can also become completely plastic-free without sacrificing effectiveness and pleasure. Artisanal solid soaps based on essential oils of lavender, eucalyptus, or tea tree to cleanse and purify skin after intense days. Concentrated solid shampoo and conditioner that last as long as 2-3 traditional bottles and take up the space of a bar of soap. Compostable stick deodorants with baking soda and corn starch for natural protection that respects your skin's pH. Solid toothpaste in effervescent tablets completes the kit: just chew, brush, and smile sustainably.
Sustainable Is Sexy: How to Dress Festival-Ready in True Psylo Spirit
Sustainability isn't just in the contents of your backpack, but also in what you wear. That's why every Psylo piece of clothing is designed for those who live with intention — even in the wildest party moments.
1. Organic Cotton Clothing
Lightweight, breathable, naturally antibacterial. Perfect for dancing all day without leaving a mark on the environment. Our deconstructed tunics, flowy sarouel pants, and asymmetric skirts adapt to every tribe, every stage, every sunrise.
2. Plastic-Free Accessories
Forget PVC glow bracelets. Choose necklaces made of natural stones, belts crafted from woven plant fibres, and raw cotton utility pouches — functional and full of spirit.
3. Versatile Layers
A hoodie or hooded vest for cold nights, an ethnic kimono for smooth day-to-night transitions. The key is to layer up with sustainable materials and silhouettes that transform with you.
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Bonus: The Right Look Doesn't Save the World (But At Least It Doesn't Make It Worse)
Zero plastic, all style. Because yes, you can be sustainable without looking like you stepped out of a documentary about Dolomite goats. It takes little: natural fabrics that caress the skin, cuts that speak your language, shameless accessories that tell who you really are.
The important thing is not to leave plastic traces. Except maybe a trail of curious glances as you cross the crowd with that confidence that comes from consistency between values and actions.
Plastic Free Festival: Your Ultimate Checklist
Essential Kit:
✅ Stainless steel water bottle (750ml+)
✅ Bamboo cutlery set with case
✅ Collapsible food-grade silicone plates
✅ Multi-function thermal mug
✅ Compostable wipes or organic cotton towels
✅ Solid soap and zero waste cosmetics kit
✅ Airtight containers for snacks
Sustainable Psylo Outfit:
✅ Certified organic fabric clothing
✅ Natural material accessories
✅ Strategic layering for any climate
✅ Ethical and comfortable footwear
✅ Backpack in plant fibres
Festival Mindset:
✅ Take out everything you bring in
✅ Share your green discoveries with the tribe
✅ Choose sustainable vendors and food trucks
✅ Participate in eco-conscious workshops
✅ Document your plastic-free festival on social media
The perfect festival? One that ends without leaving traces, except in your memories and in the hearts of those who saw you dance consciously under the stars.
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